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Wine Description
The Story
About Clos de la Roche: This formidable Grand Cru has always been the standard bearer of Domaine Lignier. This is a complete wine marked by somber black fruits and firm yet subtle tannins; it has exceptional breed and fine aging potential. The Ligniers own one hectare in Clos de la Roche. The vines are between 32 and 42 years old (as of 2012).
Winemaking Notes: Traditional vinification practices are the core of their work: grapes are destem...
Vintage 1997
1997 VINTAGE in Burgundy
The exciting Burgundy vintage in 1997 is regarded as having produced some of the most charming wines in living memory. The whites are notable for their richness and balance. Full, elegant and well bred, they are for great short to medium term drinking pleasure. The reds have fine intense colour, with well-ripened berry fruits on the nose, and smooth, fleshy flavours in the mouth. They are already very agreeable to d...